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"Give me 20 minutes and I’ll give you a simple, natural plan to address the root cause of your body pain. Call to schedule your FREE consultation now! Why wait?"
206 938-0682
About David Engstrom: Your Guide to Acupuncture & Bodywork in Seattle
Exercise, fitness, and an overall healthy lifestyle have been a major focus in my life from my teenage years as a competitive wrestler through my adult years as a practicing martial artist (Jujitsu). My first experience with Asian medicine, came via injuries sustained from my martial arts training in high school. In my view, being pain free isn’t enough.
I began my career as a respiratory therapist working in major teaching hospitals in Seattle and Dallas, Texas. During my career I have worked in neonatal, adult intensive and surgical trauma units, and emergency rooms. This experience has given me great respect for the technology of Western medical science and conventional therapies, especially in treating acute life-threatening illnesses and trauma.
I’m a licensed acupuncturist and massage therapist in Washington State with over a decade of experience in therapeutic bodywork. I’ve trained extensively in the Ishizaka Style of Acupuncture under Naoki Kubota, L.Ac., and studied manual medicine in Kyoto, Japan, with Hiroharu Wakaki, L.Ac., D.C. I’m certified in Zen BodyTherapy® (Structural Integration) and did advanced Rolfing training under Jim and Karen Price.
I also practice Physio-Synthesis at an advanced level, trained by Ida Thomas, and hold certifications as a personal trainer and corrective exercise specialist through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Additionally, I’ve completed the Postural Restoration Institute’s course in Pelvic Restoration to address complex structural patterns.
A four-year stay in Kyoto, Japan, introduced me to renowned practitioners of Asian medicine, including acupuncture, moxibustion, and manual therapy. During that time, I trained in manual therapy with Hiroharu Wakaki, L.Ac., D.C., and also began practicing the classical disciplines of martial arts and calligraphy. I was privileged to learn techniques that have been passed down through generations.
Uji River, Kyoto
Credentials
November 3-5, 2017
La Crescenta, CA
Physio-Synthesis Level two training with Ida Thomas
June 23-25, 2017
La Crescenta, CA
Physio-Synthesis Level one training with Ida Thomas
August 2007
Alexandar School of Natural Therapeutics-Massage Therapy Certificate
June 2017
NASM-CPT, Certified Personal Trainer (#1170084194), 06/2017
March 2008
NCBTMB-Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (549240-07)
September 18 & 19, 2010
Tacoma, WA
Certified Zen Triggerpoint Anatomy Practitioner
November 2006 & November 2007
Tacoma, WA
Certified Zen BodyTherapy® Practitioner
September 2014
NASM-Corrective Exercise Specialist
August 1992
Licensed Acupuncturist/EAMP, Washington State (AC00000138)
July 1992
Northwest Institute of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, Masters of Acupuncture
June 1986
Associates of Applied Science (Respiratory Care), Seattle Central Community College
July 2007
Licensed Massage Practitioner & Intra-oral certification (MA600026945)